The top 7 organic ingredients to look for in your skincare products

The top 7 organic ingredients to look for in your skincare products

Natural, organic ingredients have so many advantages over the synthetic, toxic ones available on the market.

The organic ones truly enhance our skin’s natural function and ability to heal itself, strengthening it from the inside out. They work in synergy with our skin by utilising active ingredients that help optimise skin regeneration, solving the problem at the root.

We’ve picked the top 7 organic ingredients to look for in skincare products. Everything in these products is good for you, down to the packaging.

1. Orange and mandarin, the fountain of youth.

How does it work?

Oranges are high in antioxidants, brighten the skin and fight inflammation. They help reduce signs of aging and restore collagen. Because they are high on vitamin C, they improve our skin texture and colour.

3. Pomegranate, the skin rejuvenator.

How does it work?

Pomegranate reduces fine lines and wrinkles caused by excess sun exposure because of its ability to regenerate skin and prevent hyperpigmentation. Not bad, right? Pomegranate also lengthens the life of fibroblasts, the very proteins that produce collagen and elastin, meaning it helps keep our skin firmer, longer. Because pomegranates are packed with anthocyanins and hydrolysable tannins, two strong antioxidants with anti-tumor promoting properties, they can actually inhibit the growth of skin cancer. Pomegranate protects, moisturises and soothes the skin.

4. Apple, the instant brightener.

How does it work?

Apple lightens, brightens and soothes the skin. Because it has a high content of collagen and elastin, it helps keep your skin flawless and youthful. Apple hydrates and cleanses skin at the same time. It’s also packed with UVB defending particles meaning its anti-aging and helps protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays.

5. Alfalfa, the nutrient-packed natural cleanser.

How does it work?

Believe it or not, alfalfa is one of the most nutrient-rich plants in the world. The vitamin A and chlorophyll keep skin supple, hydrated and cleanse it from within – leaving you with a luminous glow. It naturally detoxes impurities and fights bacteria too. Keeping your skin as healthy as can be.

6. Cacao, the anti-oxidant packed wrinkle zapper.

How does it work?

Cacao is loaded with antioxidants, in fact it has some of the highest measured antioxidant capacities, meaning it is powerful for blocking harmful free radicals in the body. Did you know that cacao is right up there with green tea and red wine? It has over 40 times the antioxidants of blueberries! It protects our cells against diseases, oxidation and premature aging as it’s loaded with Vitamin C and magnesium.

There are also omega 6 fatty acids in cacao, with helps heal our cells on a deep level, making it very beneficial for wound and scar treatment. It’s a potent inflammatory too, ideal for soothing redness and blemishes.

7. Okra, the repairer.

How does it work?

Okra is also loaded with antioxidants and Vitamins, A and C. It reduces wrinkles, acne, acne scars, blemishes and skin irritation. It’s ideal for preventing and treating skin pigmentation too. The vitamin C in okra helps maintain youthful looking skin, repairing body tissues. It’s a potent anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory. For those with skin infections or psoriasis, okra is a great tool for you!